Ohio EPA is considering a request to grant an Urban Setting Designation (USD) for land located around the Bridgestone America Technical Operations Center and Firestone Park Area in Akron. The Agency is seeking public comments before making a final decision.

Through the voluntary efforts of The Electrolizing Corporation of Ohio, a 2.25-acre industrial property in East Cleveland has been investigated and remediated under Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program (VAP).

Through the voluntary efforts of the Summit County Port Authority and Lockheed Martin Corporation, a 19-acre brownfield in Akron has been investigated and remediated under Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program (VAP).

Through the voluntary efforts of the city of Springfield, another brownfield has undergone investigation and remediation through Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program (VAP), and is ready for redevelopment.